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Essita is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Depression. Secondary and off-label uses of Essita have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Essita depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Essita can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Essita normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Essita's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Essita's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Essita related warnings section.
The section on Essita contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Essita have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Essita is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Essita is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Essita is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Essita safe for pregnant women?
Essita can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Essita, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Essita safe during breastfeeding?
Essita may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Essita on the Kidneys?
Essita rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Essita on the Liver?
Side effects of Essita rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Essita on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Essita on the heart have been reported.
Essita should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Essita unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Essita habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Essita is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Essita. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Essita only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, in many cases, taking Essita can help with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Essita
You can take Essita with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Essita
Consuming Essita with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lexapro® (escitalopram oxalate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 520-522
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lexapro® (escitalopram oxalate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 461
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 520-522